Customs Tariff Number and Classification of Goods/h1>

Every physical good can be assigned a number in the customs tariff.

The customs tariff is structured by production, and depending on the depth of classification and the distinction of options, you can get up to a 10-digit number, which is needed, for example, for import customs declarations.

For export declarations, however, a rougher classification with an 8-digit number is sufficient.

The customs tariff number is a central piece of information in a customs declaration, and a number of measures related to the delivery of the goods are derived from it (e.g., whether prohibitions and restrictions need to be observed, whether the goods are subject to anti-dumping procedures, whether quotas need to be considered, and much more).

Therefore, correct classification is crucial, and the classification should be carried out with appropriate care.

The consequences of incorrect classification of goods are manifold.

In export, this could result in export restrictions being ignored, and in import, a good might never actually be cleared through customs despite a customs declaration being submitted, and thus not released for free circulation.

When assessing the preferential origin, the correct customs tariff number is also the basis for researching the applicable origin rule (production rule).

Due to the importance of the customs tariff number and its various impacts, classification should be carried out by experts.

Our service also includes the review and maintenance of already defined tariff numbers.